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The Ultimate First Time Homeowner Checklist
Have you and your significant other finally decided to move from your rental apartment in the city to a full-sized home in the suburbs of Boston? Our full service moving company has helped move dozens of couples into a larger space in preparation for starting a family. If there’s one thing you need to know about being a first time homeowner: it doesn’t come easy – which is why our Boston movers have decided to give you the ultimate homeowner checklist for those who aren’t quite sure what to do once you’re handed the keys. Read More...
Mastodon Moving Attending The Friends of the Wayland Public Library Book Sale
On Friday, April 28th the Mastodon Moving crew is attending The Friends of Wayland Public Library’s annual spring book sale. The moving company’s roots stem from the Wayland area from which company owner JJ Przybylski was born and raised. “As movers, we have an innate responsibility to help out the community,” said Przybylski, “and The Friends of Wayland Public Library strive for the same goal; to assist others in need.” Read More...
What to Include in Your First Night Moving Box
Moving into a new home or apartment in the Boston area can be a daunting task for anyone. You can combat some of the stress by packing a ‘first night move-in box' and ensure a smooth, seamless transition into your new place! By having a first night box, you won’t have to spend time rummaging through a million boxes to find simple things like a mug for coffee, or your toothbrush. Read More...
Spring Cleaning? Request Our Junk Removal Services
With the weather expecting to warm up significantly next week (and hopefully stay that way until the fall season), many homeowners, businesses and apartment owners are getting that spring cleaning itch – and we don’t blame you! It feels great to purge items that you and your family, you and your apartment mates, or your business don’t need anymore. There’s no better time to clear out than during your moving process. Read More...
Why You Should Consider a Storage Container
Whether you’re doing some spring cleaning and need a little extra space around the home, or you have a college student home for the summer and need to store their furniture until next semester, a storage container is a great idea to help keep you organized. It’s also a great option if you’re doing a move that’s a longer process and need to keep your personal belonging safe during limbo. Read More...
Why Should I Ask for a Moving Estimate?
Moving can be challenging, and often what makes it so challenging is trying to find the right moving company for your needs. In the Boston area, we understand that you have a lot of options to choose from when it comes to moving companies, which is why it’s always recommended that you ask each company you’re considering hiring for a moving estimate What is a moving estimate? In the most basic sense, a moving estimate is what movers give to potential customers who are looking to know how much it will cost for moving services. Read More...
Packing Tips From Our Sudbury Moving Company
Mastodon Moving just completed a move to Sudbury recently where we provided full service moving, which included packing and unpacking services. Every box was labeled with what the contents were and what room it the box needed to be in. The 5 bedroom, 4 full bathroom home was quickly unpacked and set up in one afternoon. Although packing and unpacking services are convenient and make your move less stressful and more organized, not all homeowners opt for this service from us. Read More...
Why You Should Hire a Wellesley Moving Company
Wellesley, MA Moving Services Mastodon Moving LLC knows the specific needs of Wellesley, MA residents when it comes to moving to or from the Wellesley area. Based just down the street in Westborough, MA Mastodon has plenty of experience in providing moving services to residents of Wellesley and surrounding Massachusetts towns. Wellesley is home to over 28,000 residents, including families, young professionals, and college students thanks to Wellesley being the home to Wellesley College and Babson College. Read More...
Big Sigh of Relief as Boston Announces Plan to Keep Iconic Citgo Sign
Although the details of the agreement – which was reached late Wednesday – are scarce, the city of Boston announced that Boston will indeed get to keep the iconic Citgo sign. Debate on whether or not to keep the sign atop 660 Beacon St. was brought about by a Real estate purchase. Related Beal now owns the property atop which the sign sits and city residents felt threatened that the company had plans to tear it down. Read More...
What Can You Put in a Storage Unit?
If you’re downsizing your home and don’t have enough time to figure out what to do with some of your items that won’t fit in your new space, temporary storage is a great solution. Mastodon Moving LLC’s spacious storage unit is located in Westborough, not far outside of the city of Boston. The unit is temperature controlled, but that doesn’t mean you only need to have items that require a temperature controlled environment. Read More...